High Wind — Alpena, Michigan

2015-12-24 · Alpena, Michigan

Event narrative

Wind gusts to 61 mph were measured at Phelps Collins Field, west of Alpena.

Wider weather episode

Deep low pressure lifted across the upper Mississippi Valley late on the 23rd, pushing a cold front into northern Michigan toward or just after midnight. High winds occurred in some areas just behind the cold front, resulting in scattered tree damage and power outages. Gusts in excess of 60 mph were measured in some locations, including the Alpena, Mackinaw City, and Sault Ste Marie areas. In a few spots, the power remained out into Christmas Day.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 613265. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.